National 3 Gaelic (Learners) (Course Code: C731 73)

SCQF Level 3 (18 SCQF credit points)

Why study Gaelic (Learners)?

Learning a new language allows you to make connections with different people and their cultures. Language is at the core of thinking. You reflect, communicate and develop ideas through language.

Studying Gaelic will deepen your knowledge and understanding of Scottish culture and heritage. The recent revival in the Gaelic language means there are now more career opportunities for people who can speak it. Career options include teaching, the performing arts, media and literature and in TV and radio.

What do I need to get in?

The school or college will decide on the entry requirements for the course. You would normally have achieved:

What will I study?

This course aims to help you read, write, listen to and speak Gaelic in many different situations and settings. Your critical and creative thinking skills will also improve, as well your cultural awareness.

The course has two compulsory units.

Gaelic (Learners): Understanding Language (9 SCQF credit points)

In this unit you will:

develop reading and listening skills in Gaelic

develop your knowledge of simple Gaelic in the contexts of society, learning, employability and culture.

Gaelic (Learners): Using Language (9 SCQF credit points)

In this unit you will:

develop talking and writing skills in Gaelic

develop your knowledge of simple Gaelic in the contexts of society, learning, employability and culture.

How will I be assessed?

Your teacher or tutor will assess your work on a regular basis throughout the course. Items of work might include:

Where can my parents find out more?

Your school will give your parents an Options or Choices information booklet, which has detailed information on the curriculum and the individual subjects or courses you can study. It will also invite them along to a Parents’ Information Evening.